ABOUT
What are we DECOD-ing?
DECODED® was born out of a universal sentiment: the overwhelming need to understand regulations upon first encounter. If you’ve ever found yourself swimming in a sea of legalese, you’re not alone.
Brought to you by BFS
Meet BFS: a small but mighty consultancy based in the heart of Austin, Texas. For over 20 years, we’ve been serving Local, State, Federal, and Educational Institutions with a unique blend of proven experience, deep knowledge, and an unwavering work ethic. As a professional services firm, we specialize in public sector matters and offer top-notch Grant Support services to all levels of government. Plus, we provide LEA support services to both public and charter schools. Looking to sharpen your skills? We’ve got you covered with various avenues for professional education.
BFS has been providing Uniform Guidance training for over a decade. We love it so much we have a whole series dedicated to it. DECODED® includes books, workshops and more. DECODED® bridges the knowledge gap between regulation and application. DECODED® translates complex topics into understandable and digestible segments of usable information.
Our training and workshops adhere to ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners), AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants), AGA (Government Accountability Office) IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors), ISACA (Information Systems Audit & Control Association) NASBA (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy) and GAO CPE standards, which means they count toward CPE!
BFS Strategic Partners has over 28 years of experience elevating accountability and strengthening organizations at all levels of government. Based in Austin, Texas, with employees across the US, we specialize in complex compliance and performance audits subject to federal, state, and local regulations, often with blended funding.
Our tailored, results-driven approach ensures accountability, financial integrity, and measurable impact, empowering organizations to meet their goals with confidence. We’re proud to bring trusted, impactful solutions to every engagement. But what sets BFS apart is our collaborative, integrative approach. We assemble expert teams tailored to each project, leveraging diverse skill sets to analyze systems, procedures, and internal controls. This allows us to develop customized solutions aligned with our clients’ specific goals.
At BFS, we are driven by a commitment to fostering trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. Discover the BFS advantage—compliance expertise, clarity in execution, and results that matter.